Overview
For Cambridge Cambridge mark scheme, data response questions are not essays about the topic — they are answers about this extract, with marks for using their numbers.
First 3 minutes on the extract
For Cambridge Cambridge mark scheme, ---
- Circle figures you will cite
- Note trend (up/down/volatile)
- Who is affected (stakeholders)
Answer structure
For Cambridge Cambridge mark scheme, ---
| Step | Do |
|---|---|
| Define | One line if helpful |
| Point | Make claim |
| Evidence | Quote data from extract |
| Explain | Because → therefore |
| Evaluate | Short judgement if tariff allows |
Common failures
For Cambridge Cambridge mark scheme, ---
- Generic theory with no data
- Describing the graph without implication
- Ignoring second part of question
Marking
For Cambridge Cambridge mark scheme, scheme often lists acceptable points — tick only if your sentence matches intent.
Practice
One extract question per week from [9708](/blog/cambridge-9708-a-level-economics-past-papers-guide) / 9609 / 2281 past papers.